Side by side comparison: ASICS Magic Speed 4 vs ASICS Magic Speed 5
Product Judgment
Strong
released 2025
Price Judgment
Buy
Phasing Out
Performance
Run Fitness
Pros & Cons
Durable outsole and upper
Stable for a plated shoe
Maximal cushioning
Stiff, less lively ride
Narrow fit limits comfort
Not ideal for easy runs
Specs
| Best for | 3:45–5:15 min/km |
| Drop | 8 mm |
| Stack | 43.5 mm heel / 35.5 mm forefoot |
| Weight | 240 g |
| Terrain | road |
| Width | medium |
| Pronation | neutral |
| Season | all seasons |
| Plate | Carbon |
Judgment Summary
A durable, stable carbon-plated speed trainer best for uptempo and long runs, but less lively.
Where to Buy
Product Judgment
Strong
released 2026
Price Judgment
Reasonable
Widely Available
Performance
Run Fitness
Pros & Cons
Lightweight, agile feel
Responsive carbon plate
Excellent grip
Upper mesh durability concerns
Narrow fit limits comfort
Specs
| Best for | 3:45-5:15 min/km |
| Drop | 7 mm |
| Stack | 35.3 mm heel / 26.6 mm forefoot |
| Weight | 201 g |
| Terrain | road |
| Width | medium |
| Pronation | neutral |
| Season | all seasons |
| Plate | Carbon |
Judgment Summary
Light, responsive carbon-plated trainer ideal for tempo runs and fast training.